A Cappella Choir

Welcome to the University of Utah A Cappella Choir under the direction of Brady R. Allred and assisted by a talented cadre of graduate conducting students.

Our history

Founded in 1962, the University of Utah’s A Cappella Choir continues the tradition of vibrant choral singing passed down by Dr. Edgar J. Thompson and Newell Weight. The auditioned ensemble of approximately 90 voices performs a wide variety of music ranging from the Renaissance to progressive 21st century works.

Though the choir’s repertoire also includes many smaller pieces, they are best known for their participation in such major works for choir and orchestra as Bach’s “St. Matthew Passion,” Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, Mozart’s “Requiem,” Orff’s “Carmina Burana,” and Mahler’s Second Symphony. In 2007, they performed Vaughan Williams’ “Dona Nobis Pacem” and Walton’s “Belshazzar’s Feast.” Most recently, they sang Monteverdi’s “Vespers” and Bernstein’s “Chichester Psalms.”

The choir frequently collaborates with other local groups and has worked in the past with the Brigham Young University Singers and Concert Choir. They have performed with the University of Utah Philharmonia in both Libby Gardner Concert Hall and the Salt Lake Tabernacle. They have also appeared with the University of Utah Wind Symphony, Women’s Chorus, the University Singers, and the Salt Lake Choral Artists. In 2007, they partnered with the Salt Lake Choral Artists and Ballet West to perform “Carmina Burana” in Salt Lake City’s Capitol Theater. The A Cappella Choir is also featured on the University Singers’ newest CD of holiday music, "Carol of Joy."

Membership in the group is open to students in any discipline. The choir includes singers studying vocal performance, music education, psychology, history, and more. The choir performs at Libby Gardner Concert Hall several times a year under the direction of Dr. Brady Allred.

A Cappella Choir
(Music 4405-001)

M W F 12:55-1:45 pm
T TH 2:00-2:50 pm
David Gardner Hall 270